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2023.20 Provider Bulletin - COVID19 Laboratory Testing Coverage pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +2 more·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
May 12, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (CMAP) will continue covering COVID-19 laboratory testing at 100% of Medicare rates through September 30, 2024, then reduce reimbursement to 70% of Medicare rates. This maintains current coverage but signals future payment reduction.
Action Required
By September 30, 2024: Billing team must update fee schedules to reflect COVID-19 lab testing will be reimbursed at 70% of Medicare rates instead of 100% for Connecticut Medicaid patients. Monitor CMAP fee schedule downloads at www.ctdssmap.com for updated rates. Contact Provider Assistance Center at 1-800-842-8440 for billing questions.